The American Academy of Implant Dentistry wins two Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards

The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), a leader in innovative learning and development, has won two coveted Brandon Hall Group Silver awards for excellence.

AAID’s new eLearning platform, Implant Institute, received Silver in the Best Learning Strategy category for “Advancing Implant Dentistry Education” and also in the Best Learning Technology Implementation category for “Advancing the Implant Dentistry Learning Experience.”

The 2024 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards recognizes best practices for initiatives in Learning and Development, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Sales Performance, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and the Future of Work.

Earlier in the year, in collaboration with Simply Innovative Consulting, the AAID unveiled the AAID Implant Institute, which provides e-learning courses in oral implantology.

Designed to meet dentists’ evolving educational needs, Implant Institute brings together content from every level — from courses for dentists with little-to-no experience with dental implants, to expert-level education — all in one place.

“Whether you’re a dentist with limited implant experience or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your expertise, the AAID Implant Institute has something for you. Our course library encompasses a wide range of topics, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques, all delivered in a convenient and accessible online format,” said AAID’s Director of Education and Credentialing Jonathan Sprague.

“The AAID Implant Institute is a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional educational resources to the dental implant community,” he said. “We believe this platform will empower dentists to continuously refine their skills and deliver the highest quality implant care to their patients.”

Here are some key highlights of the AAID Implant Institute:

• Content for all levels.
• Regularly updated content.
• Bite-sized learning. Most courses are designed to be completed within 45-60 minutes, making them ideal for busy professionals.
• Knowledge reinforcement. Each course includes a post-session quiz and evaluation to solidify learning.
• Continuing education credits. Upon completion of a course, participants are eligible to download a transcript and earn continuing education hours that can be applied toward fulfilling professional development requirements.
• Transcript access. Users can easily view, download and print all their past AAID conference transcripts.

The collaboration between the AAID and SIC focused on enhancing AAID's educational programs, developing a robust and forward-thinking strategy and providing comprehensive technology, consulting from selection through implementation and launch. These efforts have elevated AAID’s educational capabilities and set a benchmark in the industry for excellence in learning and development.

Diane Gaa, founder and CEO of Simply Innovative Consulting, said: “Winning the Silver Brandon Hall Group Awards highlights the exceptional dedication and teamwork between SIC and AAID staff in striving for excellence in learning. We deeply value our partnership with the AAID and are grateful for the support and collaboration that were instrumental in achieving this prestigious recognition.”

AAID and SIC look forward to continuing their collaboration, driving innovation and setting new standards in educational excellence for implant dentistry.

“Excellence Award recipients have consistently demonstrated their commitment to employee growth and well-being through innovative human capital strategies. These organizations have implemented HCM programs that drive outstanding business results and create a positive and empowering work environment. Our rigorous evaluation process has confirmed these programs as industry-leading in their effectiveness and impact on employee satisfaction,” said Brandon Hall Group Chief Operating Officer Rachel Cooke, HCM Excellence Awards program leader.

Entries were evaluated by a panel of veteran, independent senior industry experts, Brandon Hall Group analysts and executives based on these criteria:

• Alignment to their business need and environment
• Program design, functionality and delivery
• Adoption, integration, user experience, innovation and creativity
• Overall effectiveness, impact and measurable benefits

Excellence Award winners will continue to be honored at Brandon Hall Group’s HCM Excellence Conference, Jan. 28-30, at the Hilton West Palm Beach, Fla. Select winners will also serve as presenters in breakout sessions, sharing their leading practices during the conference.

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